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Getting a Tattoo in Hawaii
in September

September is Hawaii's hidden gem — the lowest crowds, best prices, warm water, and the beloved Aloha Festivals. Ideal for a relaxed, unhurried tattoo vacation.

Photo by Walter Martin on Unsplash

September Weather & Conditions

Here's what to expect on the ground. Use these numbers to decide when to schedule outdoor adventures (early in your trip) and when to book your tattoo (toward the end).

Temperature

87°/73°F

High / Low

UV Index

10

Very High - SPF 50+ essential for fresh tattoos

Crowds

low

Great availability

Prices

$

budget season pricing

6 days

Rain expected

6:30 PM

Sunset time

80°F

Ocean temp

🐋

No

No whales

Tattoo Tip for September

September is our secret favorite month for tattoo vacations. Fewest crowds, best prices, warm water, and UV is manageable. Book a longer session — you'll have the artist's full attention.

September Highlights

Aloha Festivals
Low crowds
Best hotel deals

Best For

Budget travelAloha FestivalsAvoiding crowds

Exploring Hawaii in September

a city next to the ocean
Photo by Walter Martin on Unsplash
yellow blue and red heart shaped plastic decors
Photo by little plant on Unsplash
A beach with palm trees and a boat in the water
Photo by Haotian Zheng on Unsplash

Tattoo Inspiration

polynesian tribal geometric tattoo on forearm

By Kaina

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black and grey buddha skull forearm tattoo with dotwork shading

By Ryan Murphy

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black and grey realistic portrait tattoo of woman with forest and bird on upper arm

By Ryan Murphy

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virgin mary sacred heart forearm tattoo

By Ryan Murphy

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biomechanical full sleeve tattoo with robot eye and mechanical parts

By Ryan Murphy

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polynesian tribal calf tattoo with geometric patterns

By Mike Shapiro

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traditional style tattoo of wolf and ram heads on calf with red and blue accents

By Mike Shapiro

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japanese dragon forearm tattoo with flames and sword

By Ryan Murphy

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hibiscus flower forearm tattoo with botanical leaves

By Mike Shapiro

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traditional american style hula girl playing ukulele on forearm

By Mike Shapiro

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color japanese traditional forearm tattoo of oni demon mask with cherry blossoms

By Mike Shapiro

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black and grey hammerhead shark tribal tattoo on forearm with water droplets

By Kaina

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Recommended September Itinerary

Stack your surf sessions, snorkel days, and hikes at the front of your trip. Schedule your tattoo toward the end, then keep things low-key while you heal. Here's a sample 7-day layout:

Day 1
SUN
Adventure
Day 2
SUN
Adventure
Day 3
SUN
Adventure
Day 4
SUN
Adventure
Day 5
INK
Tattoo
Day 6
HEAL
Healing
Day 7
HEAL
Healing
Beach, surf, hikeTattoo sessionHealing (no sun/water)

Before Your Tattoo

Do these activities first

Surfing & ocean swimming

Saltwater irritates fresh ink

Hiking Diamond Head

Sweat + sun exposure on fresh tattoos

Snorkeling & diving

Submerging a fresh tattoo risks infection

Beach sunbathing

UV damages fresh tattoo pigment

After Your Tattoo

Tattoo-safe activities

Shopping at Ala Moana

Indoor, air-conditioned, tattoo-safe

Food tour & restaurants

No sun or water exposure

Luau & cultural shows

Evening events, minimal sun risk

Photography & sightseeing

Gentle activity, stay in shade

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